Welcome home to this cozy South Des Moines home! This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence has been lovingly cared for and thoughtfully updated throughout. Step inside to a warm, welcoming living space filled with natural light, enhanced by many new main level windows. Additional recent improvements include completely updated electrical system (2025), new roof (2022), and new siding (2021), offering peace of mind for years to come. One of the true highlights of this property is the massive, oversized 2-stall garage which is perfect for hobbyists, additional storage, or entertaining. Even better, it features a built-in bar setup, creating a fun and unique space! Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to downsize, or simply searching for a move-in ready home, this property is a perfect fit.
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Sold for $180,000
Zestimate®
$180,000
1606 Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315
2beds
793sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
9,278 Square Feet Lot
$180,000 Zestimate®
$227/sqft
$1,149 Estimated rent
Home value
$180,000
$171,000 - $189,000
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Listed by:
Ali Randolph (319)371-6572,
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with:
Samantha Hammer
RE/MAX Revolution
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 737962
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 793
- Total interior livable area: 793 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Storage
Lot
- Size: 9,278 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 12002683000000
- Zoning: RX1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $227/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $157,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,970
- Date on market: 4/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 48 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Sold | $180,000$227/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #737962 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Pending sale | $180,000$227/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #737962 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2026 | Price change | $180,000-2.7%$227/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #737962 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $185,000-1.1%$233/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #737962 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $187,000+15.1%$236/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #737962 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2022 | Sold | $162,500+8.4%$205/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #654234 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2022 | Pending sale | $149,900$189/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #654234 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $149,900+274.8%$189/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #654234 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2012 | Sold | $40,000$50/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #407697 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,802 +2% | $157,600 +12.9% |
| 2024 | $2,746 +15.7% | $139,600 |
| 2023 | $2,374 -0.1% | $139,600 +38.6% |
| 2022 | $2,376 +8.3% | $100,700 -0.9% |
| 2021 | $2,194 -30.2% | $101,600 +15.6% |
| 2020 | $3,144 +46.4% | $87,900 |
| 2019 | $2,148 +1% | $87,900 +10% |
| 2018 | $2,126 | $79,900 |
| 2017 | $2,126 +6% | $79,900 +5% |
| 2016 | $2,006 | $76,100 |
| 2015 | $2,006 +19.1% | $76,100 +1.6% |
| 2014 | $1,684 | $74,900 +13.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $65,800 +1.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $64,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $64,900 -8.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $71,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $71,000 +0.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $70,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $70,600 +10.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $64,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $64,000 +12.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $57,010 +7.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $53,130 |
| 2001 | -- | $53,130 |
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Neighborhood: 50315
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- 6/10Morris Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10McCombs Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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